Social media & it's effects
How does social media affect you and the world around you?
Negative effects
-Bullying is more convenient and anonymous
-Drama is easily started
-4 out of 5 teens said social media made them feel less confident-everything is publicized
-affects confidence
-4500 kids commit suicide because of cyber bullying
Positive effects
A report by Common Sense Media(a nonprofit child advocacy group) which surveyed 1,000 13-17 year olds found that
- 28% said social media made them more outgoing
- 52% said social media improved their relationships with friends and family
-easier to stay in contact with family & friends